Over 2,500 Updates in the New Version8 Software release for the MS5950 and MS5650 Motorcycle Scanner

Now Available from Griffin Tools & Supply, LLC, Carpentersville, Illinois. Version8 Software for the MS5950 and MS5650 Universal Motorcycle Scanners that works with the most popular motorcycles, ATVs and scooters brands on the market today.

June 27, 2012 - PRLog -- As power-sport technology progresses so must the tools used to repair them. A new software release; Version 8, is now available for the most comprehensive diagnostic tool on the market today.Motorcycles have become more and more sophisticated with a number of computer-controlled systems on board. These motorcycles have electronic diagnostic capabilities when they need servicing and repair. This Motorcycle Diagnostic Scan Tool covers virtually all electronically diagnosable systems on motorcycles from most of the major manufacturers. This Motorcycle Scan Tool is capable of diagnosing faults on motorcycles from brands such as Harley-Davidson®, Yamaha®, Honda®, Kawasaki®, BMW®, Ducati®, and Suzuki®. Capabilities include: use the data from the motorcycle ECU to read (and erase) stored faults, and display "live" data (RPM, battery voltage, throttle angle, etc.) It allows the technician to perform factory service procedures such as re-setting the service light, encoding keys, unlocking the immobilizer and configuring the immobilizer/alarm, making injection adjustments (CO Trimmer), adjusting the throttle valve position sensor (TPS), re-setting auto adaptive parameters, and making idle adjustments. The tool shows live data; it displays ECU data, reads stored faults (history) or live data (RPM, battery voltage, throttle angle). It is easy to update the tool annually via “Smart Card” technology.It is an easy-to-use tool with a simple menu-driven interface. The tool provides systematic instructions for some diagnostic procedures. It is a bi-directional tool, capable of making many adjustments on motorcycles, ATVs & scooters.The new Version 8 software release includes over 2,500 updates, adding hundreds of new vehicle models to an already impressive list. New functions include a new Data Logger for most manufacturers, DTC Global Search for BMW, BRP/Can-Am, Harley Davidson, KTM, Polaris and Suzuki; Handlebar Controls for Harley Davidson and Ducati Suspension.The NEW MS5950 is the next generation of motorcycle scan tools and features a large touch screen display, built-in data router and faster speeds than the MS5650 unit without sacrificing any functions.http://www.griffin-tools.com/MSSCAN.htm